Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAboutJUNE 6,1972 CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS ARE TAPE RECORDED AND ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK I INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL MINUTE APPROVAL WELCOME TO VISITOR FROM AUSTRALIA PRESENTATIONS I HE;t~G BUDGET (Proposed) ~ 19:8075 MINUTES CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REGULAR MEETING JUNE 6, 1972 The City Council of the City of Arcadia, met in regular session on Tuesday, June 6, 1972 at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber of the Arcadia City Hall. Rev. Walton W. Doering, Our Savior Lutheran Church Mayor Don W. Hage PRESENT: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Helms, Scott, Hage None On MOTION by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried unanimously the minutes of the regular meeting of May 16, 1972 were APPROVED. Councilman Butterworth abstained from voting. He was on an excused absence at that time. Mayor Rage introduced Frank Oliveri of Liverpool, Australia, who is visiting' Corky Jones. Mr. Jones was seriously injured in Australia some years ago while a member of a motorcycle exhibition team and Mr. Oliveri extended great assistance to Mr. Jones from that time on. Councilman Arth presented Certificates of Appreciation to Youth Commissioners :who are retiring from the Commission. He explained the procedure in electing the young people to the Commission. Those receiving the recognition were: Nancy Rudolph Wayne Martin Anne Wayment Councilman Helms then MOVED to ratify the election to the Youth Commission those new members listed below: They were personally welcomed and presented an identification card. Jason Merriam Valeria Goins Lynn Lober Carla Body Pamela Anderson Julie Reeder Councilman Arth seconded the ratification MOTION which was carried unanimously. Councilman Helms MOVED to RATIFY Jim Feichtmann as an ex officio member of the Youth Commission. Motion seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously. The City Manager explained that the proposed budget for the fiscal year 1972-73 was submitted to Council in May; that legal publication of this hearing has been made and copies have been available for public perusal in the office of the City Clerk, all pursuant to the City Charter. He noted changeslwhich were made by Council during the study sessions have been indicated in a Summary of Funds - also made a part of the document. H~ noted the request of the Arcadia Tournament of Roses Association and the Arcadia Mounted Police for additional funds over and above those reflected in the budget. 6-6-72 - 1 - HEARING (Planning Commission .; Referred back to Commission, etc. ) P',tV\P HEARING (Planning Commission Res. 779 APPROVED) TRACT NO. 24723 DENIED +Ia-,+ 19:8076 Mayor Hage declared the hearing open. (Those desiring to speak were delayed and the hearing was continued until later in this meeting. See Page 5. ) Planning Commission Resolution No. 780 recommended an established fee schedule for conditional use permits. Mayor Hage declared the hearing open and Jack Lamb, 500 S. First Avenue, President of the local Chamber of Commerce, expressed opposition to the proposed fees to be charged for conditional use permits as set forth in said resolution. He asked Council to consider reducing the minimum fee but most importantly the maximum fee. He circulated a survey taken of nine communities and explained why the business community on all levels felt the fees were too high and would inhibit new businesses. and developers. During his I presentation he submitted that the Chamber did not feel the City should subsidize its expenses in processing conditional use permit applications through this media. Council expressed a willingness to have the matter re-evaluated. However it was noted during the deliberations that there was a definite need for a modified fee schedule based on the kinds of problems before the staff in processing the applications. Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Scott and carried unanimously that the fee schedule for conditional use permits (Resolution No. 780) be referred back to the Commission, staff and local interested organi- zations. HEARING REMAINS OPEN. Planning Commission Resolution No. 779 concerning a text amendment to the conditional use permit fee schedule was then presented. This resolution pertains only to the actual establishment of a fee schedule, whereas Resolution No. 780 (above) pertains to the specific fees. Mayor Hage declared the hearing open and no one desiring to speak to this matter the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously. It was further MOVED by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously that the recommendation of the Commission be APPROVED and that the City Attorney prepare the appropriate ordinance. The Planning Director advised that the Commission had reaffirmed its recommendation to the City Council for the denial of tentative map of Tract No. 24723 (1224 and 1306 S. Fourth Avenue.) This matter was referred back to the Commission on May 16 by Council inasmuch as the applicant had submitted new evidence which the Commission had not had an opportunity to review. It was noted that the applicant had indicated to the Commission a willingness to make concessions in order for the subdivision to meet the general requirements for cul-de-sac tracts, however, the Commission felt there were other problems created by the irregular configuration of one lot and also that five lots rather than six would create a better tract. In response to an inquiry the Planning Director agreed that five lots would be better but the depth of the parcels would still be substandard and the street would also be substandard. I Lee Valentine, 1510 S. Baldwin Avenue, representing the owners, the builders and the developers, submitted nine maps indicating subdi- visions throughout the city which have been constructed in a similar manner. He noted that five lots would be economically unfeasible. Although Council appreciated the position of Mr. Valentine it was pointed out that once again new evidence was being submitted without the benefit of the Commission's recommendation and that it would be' highly irregular for Council to consider the new material. The Planning Director observed that in his opinion even with the new material he did not believe the Commission would alter its position 6-6-72 - 2 - PETITION V PRESENTED 1/J-c,;;./t I CABLE TV Request ./' DENIED CJ-~L/ 9 ~ .. AS s'iIT-ANCE LEAGUE HUGO REID TRAFFIC p~ [~ , I ., 19: 8077 and not~d the vote was 5 to 2 for denial. Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried unani- mously that, based on the Commission's reaffirmation of its prior action, the decision of the Commission be and it is hereby SUSTAINED and that the tentative map of said Tract be DENIED. Robert Scott, 618 San Luis Rey Road, presented a petition requesting Council to acquire undeveloped land in the Santa Anita Gardens area for the creation of a park. Council accepted the petition for filing with the City Clerk. The City Manager observed that there is a financial provision in the budg~t to enable staff to move forward in this direction. Roger Walker, representing Cable TV in the area north of Foothill Bouleva~d, asked for permission for the marketing personnel to solicit door to door for Cable TV service in the area for which the company is licensed. In response to a question he stated in part that he has endeavo~ed to impart the type of service offered via telephone but felt that it is an unsatisfactory approach. He was apprised of the city ordinance which prohibits door to door solicitation and it was suggested that he endeavor to make appointments by telephone. The request of the local Assistance League for permission to use on a tempora~y basis the facilities at 524 S. First Avenue was APPROVED on MOTION by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Scott and acrried unanimously. Pursuant to Council's instructions staff explored ways of permanent and positive traffic controls on Hugo Reid Drive. The latest detailed report dated June 2, 1972 prepared by the Director of Public Works indicated three methods of operation to establish controls: 1. Closure of Hugo Reid between Old Ranch Road and Baldwin Avenue. 2. Ope~ation of Hugo Reid as one-way outbound between Old Ranch Road and Baldwin and also between Michillinda Avenue and Columbia Road. 3. Closure of Hugo Reid at Golden West and Old Ranch Road at Hugo Reid. The Director of Public Works projected exhibits of these methods. Traffic counts were submitted illustrating a foreseeable redistribution of the traffic volumes if Hugo Reid were permanently closed. Cost estimates were submitted for the various methods of control. He advised that the Flood Control District will be constructing Project 1450 during 1973 and that it will be on the north side of Hugo Reid Drive. He recommended against any permanent traffic con~rol construction prior to that time as it would interfere with existing storm water surface flow. Any work would have to be removed and the replacement cost would add conSiderably to the total cost of the project. Extensive discussion ensued. It was Mayor Hage's observation that something should be done however he felt the solutions submitted to the property owners should be carefully studied to be sure the City can support the selected solution. He stated further in part that the City has a number of similar problems and cited four streets which go through the residential community and have grave traffic problems. He noted that Holly Avenue is one which has a permanent solution of a sort - barricading at certain times with the' traffic one-way during the raCe season'.... this isn't desired by the residpnts on Holly but has worked as well as could be expected. He noted another instance where a request for closing a street was denied because it would force the traffic onto the streets around. He continued that two of the solutions are unacceptable to him: 1) closure of Hugo Reid between Old Ranch Road and Baldwin and 3) closure of Hugo Reid at Golden West and Old Ranch Road - that to close Hugo Reid entirely might be in the 6-6-72 - 3 - 19:8078 best interests of those living on Hugo Reid but in his opinion this would not be in the best interests of the entire city. Councilman Arth commented about the resident's concern of fire and police protection if Hugo Reid were closed - and submitted that in the worst possible case there would probably be a delay of about a minute and a half and noted that a fire station is close as is the police station. He felt the time has come to do something to slow down traffic and to keep it off as many residential streets as possible. He agreed that solutions submitted to the Associations for a vote of the residents should only be those the City could support. Councilman Helms stated in part that he could support either a complete closure or the one-way-out provision. The latter is preferable to him. I Councilman Scott agreed that Council must be prepared to support the plan which is submitted to the Associations and carries the majority of the will of the people in the area. He would rather not see Hugo Reid closed completely. His choice would be the one-way solution. The other would be the closing because he felt the people in the area desire this. Councilman Butterworth felt the closure of Hugo Reid would not be the best solution but he could support it if the people voted that way. He recalled a presentation made by a police officer who lives in the area who stated that the closure wouldn't make much difference in the public safety factor. He felt problems would be created for the residents but reiterated that he would support it if that were the vote. He also felt the one-way solution would really be the best. Robert Cheney, 412 Cabrillo Road, President of the Santa Anita Village Association, and also representing the Rancho Santa Anita Property Owner's Association, asked that these three solutions be presented to the associations for the vote: 1) Hugo Reid a one-way street outbound for the last block at Michillinda and at Baldwin, 2) permanently close Hugo Reid at Baldwin and 3) permanently close the Baldwin end of Hugo Reid just east of Old Ranch Road. The latter is the same as No. 2 but with the stipulation that the control be for a period of one year and that at the end of that time the residents again have the opportunity to express their preference in the form of a vote. He then explained the procedure in acquainting the residents of the plans. He also asked that Council pledge itself to implement whatever solution receives the majority votes. He submitted that in his opinion the traffic surveys presented by staff at this meeting were not realistic and he enlarged upon this observation. Councilman Butterworth asked if the people in the area should not also have the alternative of voting for 'no change' and suggested that this might be a fourth solution. He did think the trial for one year suggestion had merit. Following further discussion on the merit of the various proposals it I was MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Scott and carried on roll call vote as follows that the Associations be presented with three solutions: 1) the complete closure of Hugo Reid between Baldwin and Old Ranch Road, 2) the one-way-out-only at both Michillinda and at Baldwin and 3) 'no change' from the present pattern, and that Mayor Hage appoint a committee composed of two Council members to work with the Associations to implement the details and the mechanics of a vote. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilman Arth, Butterworth, Helms, Scott Mayor Hage None 6-.6-72 - 4 - <t!>" ~ HEARING BUDGET (cont'd) TOURNAMENT OF ROSES (REQUEST FOR FUNDS) I I 7c HEARING (cont'd) BUDGET (Mounted Police request) ~........ 19:8079 Council entered its hearing on the proposed budget for 1972-73 - H. R. Stokes, 1040 Hampton Road, spoke at length concerning the need on the part of the Tournament of Roses Association for additional funds to enter a float in the Annual Parade in Pasadena on January 1. He requested an amount of $4000. He noted that Council had received a detailed communication in this regard. Cost of the 1972 float was $8500 and the 1973 float is estimated to cost approximately $10,000. Projecturals were reviewed of entries in the past ten years and the extent of the city's exposure from those entries was explored. He continued that the City is being asked to match the efforts of some 170 family memberships of the Association who pay the $25 each year. Councilman Arth commented about the $25 membership fee which appears to be rather high. He suggested that consideration be given to lowering the fee in order to increase membership, and also to other methods of raising funds. Reference was made to the increase Council had already made in the proposed budget - $2500 from $1000. Councilman Scott observed that he had urged Council to increase the figure to more than $2500 and explored the community activities con- nected with the Association. He felt the project has proven itself and that for this one time at least he would like to see City support very close to the request of $4000. However he was not convinced that the City should annually endorse the float to the extent of $4000. Councilman Helms stated in part that a tentative commitment had been made by Council which in effect would underwrite about 25 per cent of the cost of the float which should not impose an unreasonable burden on the Association. He referred to the Council Contingency Fund out of which he would make every effort to rescue the program if it ran into difficulty in raising the remaining 75 percent. However, he did feel the fund raising is primarily the obligation of the Association and not the obligation of the City's General Fund; that the community really should support the program. Councilman Butterworth concurred with the thought submitted by Councilman Helms and commented that in reaching the $2500 figure in his mind he had taken into consideration the fact that the float cost $8500 in 1972 and it is estimated to cost $10,000 in 1973, an increase of $1500, which figure he added to the original appropriation in the budget of $1000. He would go along with the $2500 as proposed and if the situation becomes critical the Assocation could request an addi- tional amount which could come from the Council Contingency Account. In response to a question by Councilman Scott Mr. Stokes stated in part that the Association was in a position at this time to enter into a contract with the builders. Whereupon Councilman Scott submitted that he would then agree with the suggestion made by Councilman Helms. Mayor Hage indicated his willingness to abide by the figure of $2500 reflected in the proposed budget. The next consideration was the request of the Arcadia Mounted Police for an increase in the ensuing fiscal year from the $1000 figure reflected in the proposed budget to $1500. It was the consensus of Council that this is the first increase request in the last ten years and due to inflationary changes the request seems warranted. Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried on roll call vote as follows that the budget figure be increased to $1500. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Helms, Scott, Hage None None 6-6-72 - 5 - HEARING (cont'd) BUDGET Landscaping appropriation 19:8080 The City Manager explained that pursuant to Council's request staff had prepared figures pertaining to cost of landscaping and maintenance of parkways. Said report dated June 2 and on file in the office of the City Clerk. Mrs. Edward Passmore, 501 Santa Cruz Road, presented Council with a petition from residents' who border along Colorado Boulevard between the so-called 'Upper Y' and Santa Anita Avenue - where sidewalks are now at ~ the property line, requesting the City to plant, not maintain, low maintenance ground cover for the parkway created by.the widening of Colorado Boulevard, and to install sprinkling systems to those proper~y owners who had systems before the widening project. Mrs. Passmore stateq: in part that their preference in ground cover would be the yellow trailing gazanias which she felt wo'uld require the least amount. of maintenance. I She submitted that the cost could be charged to the State Gas Tax Funds under Section 2106 and 2107 of the State Highway Code. She asked the : City to offer the residents the responsibility to maintain the abutting , City property providing the City landscapes ~he new parkway. Extensive discussion ensued during which time it was the consensus of Council that it would not be fair for the City to landscape just this one area when there are other areas which could also qualify. That it would be a major expenditure of public funds. That to grant the petition the City would be exposing itself to the possibility of claims in the millions of dollars. Jack Saelid, 821 Balboa D~ive, President of "Plan" stated in part that the organization had studied the parkway landscaping matt~r and conclud.d that a distinction should be made between parkways in front of a res i- ' dence and parkways adjacent to side and rear property lines, and that the city accept the responsibility of preparing soil for landscaping .by the adjoining property owner in future street improvements. That the property owner have the opportunity to install sprinkler systems prior to the sidewalk installation. Maintenance to continue .to be the re- sponsibility of the property owners with standards defined by the forthcoming property maintenance ordinance. When the City institutes , street improvements affecting side and rear yards and parkways it was recommended that the City provide an appropriate sprinkler system connected to the property owner's water system and to provide minimum initial landscaping compatible with the area or at least consistent with the minimum standards within said ordinance. Maintenance of side and rear yeard parkways would then continue to be the responsibility of the property owner as in the case of front parkways. He submitted that this type of policy should be adopted with respect to the subject area under discussion but should not be retroactive to areas completed prior to the widening of that street (Colorado Boulevard). Council discussion continued wherein it was submitted that there is . currently an effort being pursued where State Aid could be obtained for landscaping as it is becoming a tremendous burden on some of the dities. The task of determining a beginning date for a program such ,l as requested by Mrs. Passmore was explored. In answer to a question '.'1 by Mrs. Passmore the Cfty Attorney replied that property owners are not required to plant the parkways but they are required to maintain them. In reaching a conclusion it was MOVED by Councilman Butterworth that based on the enormous cost of such a program the reques~ of the property owners on Colorado Boulevard between the Upper ,y,. and Santa Anita Avenue be rejected with regret and that the proposed budget figure be maintained without any additional monies for landscaping. Motion seconded by Councilman Arth and carried on roll call vote as followH: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Helms, Hage None None Councilman Arth expressed a desire for an analysis of the side and rear yard areas, and Councilman Scott asked that in future street improvement projects an understanding be established prior to start of the work as to responsibilities discussed during these deliberations. 6-6-72 - 6 - ) BUDGET (Recreation Department) " I;"" ~~, STORM DRAIN (Informat ion only) 19:8081 Council then discussed the inclusion of a NaturaList at Wilderness Park in the Recreation Department Budget. It was Councilman Butterworth's observation that he could support the program for a year at least and if it were not productive he would not hesitate to reverse the situation at the end of that time. Councilman Scott noted the inclusion of the Naturalist as a full time position whereas it has been on a part time basis. The position remains in the budget. No one else desiring to speak to the budget the Hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Butterworth and carried unanimously. It was then MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Scott and carried unanimously that the only change in the budget at this meeting (Arcadia Mounted Police increase from $1000 to $1500) and previously approved on formal motion be ratified. Council received a progress report of the first City storm drain project under the County Bond Issue which will be Holly Avenue scheduled to comme~ce June 12. Provisions will be made for the race traffic on Holly Avenue if the project is not completed by October. PETITION Council received a petition requesting elimination of motorcycle and (Noise) , motorbike noise. The petition carried 19 signatures and it was noted ~: ~ by the City Manager that the Police Department is pursuing the matter ~ with a criminal complaint charge. CITY S; SA./J~ ~MBULANCE ' -~I SERVICE . .s; .s~L!:u PARAMEDICT---/ PROGRAM 1 MUNICIPAL DATA SYSTEM 11.55'" A By-Laws /11,' PERSONNEL f\. (Revised specifications) FUNDS::1 : TRANSFER (Judgment) J The City Manager referred to a report dated June 2 submitting costs of maintenance and operation of city ambulance service to be provided by the Fire Department in lieu of the service now provided by the Arcadia-Monrovia Ambulance Company. Gene Crippen, 618 W. Maple Street, Monrovia, owner of the ambulance company currently serving the city, stated in part that he would cooperate to the fullest with the City in whatever it does, however, he felt his proposal for service to the city was fair and asked for consideration. Council accepted Mr, Crippen's offer with appreciation. However, it was MOVED by Councilman Butterworth that staff be and itis hereby AUTHORIZED to conduct the necessary investigation as to costs and bids for Council consideration. Motion seconded by Councilman Scott and carried unanimously. The City Manager was instructed to discuss this program with the Arcadia Methodist Hospital Administrator and report back to Council. Staff had submitted a comprehensive report dated June 1. Council received the proposed amendments to the Municipal Data System By-Laws. Councilman Arth MOVED to approve the amendments. Motion seconded by Councilman Helms and carried unanimously. Council received the recommendation of the Personnel Board and staff for revised specifications relating to the classification of General Repairman. Councilman Scott MOVED to approve the recommendation. Motion seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously. Council received a report concerning the need for transfer of funds to COver adverse judgment requiring the City to pay one year's salary 6-6-72 - 7 - q;JJ~! REPORT (Southern Cal. Edison Co.) (ORDINANCE NO. 1450 ADOPTED ORDINANCE ,/NO. 1452 NO ACTION ORDINANCE NO. 1454 IllTRODUCED 19: 8082 to an employee retired under the disability retirement provisions of the program. It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Scott and carried on roll call vote as follows that $13,795 be trans- ferred from the Council Contingency Account to the Personal Services Account of the Fire Department. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Scott, Rage None None Council received a report on an easement needed by the Southern California Edison Company to complete removal of overhead lines on Sunset Boulevard from Huntington Drive to Duarte Road. 1 The City Attorney presented for the second time, explained the content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1450, ent it led: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ADDING PART 8 TO CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE IV OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE ESTABLISHING RULES FOR PERSONS USING THE ARCADIA LIBRARY." It was MOVED by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of Ordinance No. 1450 be WAIVED and that the same be ADOPTED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT : Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Helms, Scott, Rage None None Council considered Ordinance No. 1452 relating to property maintenance regulations. Mrs. Edith Dunne, 101 W. Palm Drive, questioned the constitutionality of granting city Building Inspectors blanket right of entry under the threat of a misdemeanor complaint. She felt this section (9403 Enforcement of Order to Abate Nuisance) would make a resident guilty of a misdemeanor if he did not immediately grant the inspectors entry to his home. Council agreed and the City Attorney was instructed to reword this section to indicate that all legal means would be exhausted before any criminal action could be undertaken by the City. Mrs. Dunne then referred to Section 9405 No.7 pertaining to unoccupied buildings left open or unlocked, including the boarding up of windows, doors and other openings. The City Attorney explained the intent of this section. She also made reference to the same Section No. 13. The City Attorney will mail Mrs. Dunne the appropriate section. This ordinance will come back to Council at the next regular meeting. The City Attorney presented for the first time, explained the content and read the content of Ordinance No. 1454, ent it led: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING, REPEALING AND ADDING CERTAIN SECTIONS OF THE RESIDENTIAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENTS REGULATIONS OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE." 1 It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of Ordinance No. 1454 be WAIVED and that the same he INTRODUCED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Helms, Scott, Rage None None 6-6-72 - 8 - ,ORDINANCE NO. 1455 INTRODUCED 'IWEED ABATEMENT ADJOURNMENT TO DATE CERTAIN 1 19:8083 The City Attorney presented for the first time, explained the content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1455, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING, REPEALING AND ADDING CERTAIN SECTIONS OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO STREET SETBACK LINES." It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of Ordinance No. 1455 be WAIVED and that the same be INTRODUCED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Helms, Scott, Hage None None Councilman Scott referred to the condition of the parkway of property at the southwest corner of Huntington Drive and La Cadena; that the weeds are about 3 ft. high. Staff will investigate. At 11:20 p.m., the meeting adjourned to THURSDAY JUNE 8, 1972 at at 7:30 p.m. in the Conference Room. &{f);2l;r--- Mayoj,/ ATTEST: eiIxJ-li$er;Ju~ , City Clerk / 6-6-72 - 9 -